Introduce an aura of dark, mysterious luxury and striking textural contrast to your plant collection or patio displays with the classic Colocasia esculenta 'Black Magic' (Elephant Ear). A foundational icon in the world of dark foliage plants, this dramatic cultivar is prized for its intense, near-black coloration and magnificent, bold-leaf architecture.
True to its enchanting name, 'Black Magic' features massive, heart-shaped leaves that emerge a dusty green before rapidly transforming into a deep, rich, charcoal-purple. Under bright light, the leaves achieve an unparalleled velvety-matte finish,looking almost truly black, accented by sophisticated deep-burgundy stems (petioles) that radiate from a central clump.Spreading proudly on tall, robust stems, this premium tropical perennial provides unmatched depth, creating a sophisticated, high-end anchor point for any sun-drenched landscape or curated container arrangement.
Quantity: Listing is for one (1) large, well-rooted, actively growing specimen shipped in a premium white ceramic pot (as shown).
Color: Deep charcoal-purple to near-black with velvety-matte texture, held on matching dark stems.
Light Requirements: Full Sun to Bright, Filtered Shade (color is most intense in high light with proper moisture).
Hardiness: Perennial in USDA zones 8-11; a superb container plant that is easily overwintered indoors in colder zones.
Style: Premium Colocasia cultivar, featuring iconic heart-shaped leaves, robust upright petioles, and a classic Elephant Ear form.
Introduce an aura of dark, mysterious luxury and striking textural contrast to your plant collection or patio displays with the classic Colocasia esculenta 'Black Magic' (Elephant Ear). A foundational icon in the world of dark foliage plants, this dramatic cultivar is prized for its intense, near-black coloration and magnificent, bold-leaf architecture.
True to its enchanting name, 'Black Magic' features massive, heart-shaped leaves that emerge a dusty green before rapidly transforming into a deep, rich, charcoal-purple. Under bright light, the leaves achieve an unparalleled velvety-matte finish,looking almost truly black, accented by sophisticated deep-burgundy stems (petioles) that radiate from a central clump.Spreading proudly on tall, robust stems, this premium tropical perennial provides unmatched depth, creating a sophisticated, high-end anchor point for any sun-drenched landscape or curated container arrangement.
Quantity: Listing is for one (1) large, well-rooted, actively growing specimen shipped in a premium white ceramic pot (as shown).
Color: Deep charcoal-purple to near-black with velvety-matte texture, held on matching dark stems.
Light Requirements: Full Sun to Bright, Filtered Shade (color is most intense in high light with proper moisture).
Hardiness: Perennial in USDA zones 8-11; a superb container plant that is easily overwintered indoors in colder zones.
Style: Premium Colocasia cultivar, featuring iconic heart-shaped leaves, robust upright petioles, and a classic Elephant Ear form.